D(+)-Galactose
Product Overview & Quality
- Product Name: D(+)-Galactose
- Grade: Analytical Reagent (AR Grade), providing high purity and minimal trace impurities for sensitive biochemical research and microbiological assays.
- Purity (Assay): Not less than 97%
- Physical Properties: Odorless, white crystalline powder with a slightly sweet taste.
- Solubility: Readily soluble in water, forming a clear, colorless solution.
- Key Use: Primarily used as a carbon source in microbiological culture media and for studying metabolic pathways in biochemistry.
Safety & Hazards
- Classification: Generally recognized as safe (GRAS); not classified as a hazardous substance under GHS criteria.
- Health Risks: Dust may cause minor mechanical irritation to the eyes, skin, or respiratory tract. It exhibits very low acute toxicity.
- First Aid Measures: Flush eyes or skin with plenty of water if contact occurs. Move to fresh air if dust is inhaled.
Handling & Storage
- Storage: Keep in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place. Protect from moisture as the substance is hygroscopic and prone to caking in humid environments.
- Precautions: Wear basic PPE, such as a dust mask and gloves, during handling to ensure product purity and personal hygiene. Store away from strong oxidizing agents.
